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M531 NOD

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

216,222 mi
Last recorded216,222 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM531 NOD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 216,222 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 209,934 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2009 209,933 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2008 197,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 183,082 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 182,083 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pajero?

Based on 288,943 MOT tests across 28,100 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,246
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
28,100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,759
fog lamp not working 13,068
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10,055
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,257
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 8,257
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M531 NOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 141,752 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Pajero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 21,759 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M531 NOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pajero typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M531 NOD registered?

M531 NOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is M531 NOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M531 NOD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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